What's on this weekend in Melbourne
Discover things to do in Melbourne this weekend, from free events to exhibitions, attractions and places to visit.
This weekend only
From Farm to Fiesta: A City Tour by Farmer’s Daughters
Join chef Alejandro Saravia for a culinary tour of Melbourne CBD.
Comedy Republic's Main Stage
Have a laugh with stand-up comedy from Australia's best comedians, plus international drop-ins.
Basement Comedy Club: Fridays and Saturdays
See the very best of Australian standup comedians perform every Friday and Saturday.
Leah Teschendorff: In a Landscape
Catch Leah Teschendorff's highly anticipated second solo presentation.
Omurice! Motokichi Yukimura at Ishizuka
Experience the world's most famous omurice at one of Melbourne's best Japanese restaurants.
Queen Victoria Market Sweet As Tour
Explore the iconic Queen Vic Market in its autumn splendour, whilst indulging in sweet treats.
Grit, Gin, and Great Stories: Walking Tour
Join this unforgettable evening of history, flavour, and vibrant storytelling.
Beneath the Sky
Artists take to the stage to share bold and unfiltered stories that delve into truth and resistance.
Family Rave Day: The Great Zoo Escape
Come along to this all-ages family rave, and dress up for maximum fun.
Bluey Live Interactive Experience
See Bluey and her little sister Bingo live on stage at Melbourne Zoo.
A Couple Decides What To Have For Dinner
Comedy for anyone who has ever been in a relationship. When Harry Met Sally meets Waiting for Godot.
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
Australia’s top horticultural event, showcasing creativity, sustainability, and design.
Jeremy Moses: 157 Years of Bad Slam Poetry
The blind bard is back – join Jeremy as he presents the funny side of living with a disability.
Monster Fest Weekender III Part 2: The Spawning
Australia's favourite genre festival returns to Cinema Nova for a weekend horror extravaganza.
Holi Festival Melbourne
Enjoy the Holi Festival of Colours and be immersed in culture, music, dance, food and drinks.
Baker's Dozen
A celebration of caking and baking including favourite bakers from Australia and the world.
Ruby Wax: I'm Not As Well As I Thought I Was
Don’t miss Ruby Wax's most daring, hilarious and unfiltered performance yet.
Whitehart x Serai: Pinoy Party
Serai joins forces with Melbourne's favourite bar Whitehart for the ultimate street food party.
Melbourne Youth Orchestra: Reformation, Romance & Rebellion
Music of romance, power, and joy, unleashed by the full force of the Melbourne Youth Orchestra.
Regular weekend events
Yayoi Kusama
From polka dots to pumpkins, Yayoi Kusama comes to NGV with a world-premiere blockbuster exhibition.
The Outsiders Melbourne
An exhibition of the largest street-art collection in Australia, including a whole room of Banksys.
NGV Architecture Commission: Home Truth by Breathe
The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission is designed by architecture and design studio Breathe.
Bakery Hill Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting
Learn how Bakery Hill produces its malts on a tour and tasting led by a distiller.
Monopoly Dreams
Enjoy a fully immersive and interactive Monopoly experience, featuring games and challenges.
Queen Victoria Market
This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
House Down Under
Australia’s favourite inverted house photo experience brings topsy-turvy fun to Melbourne.
Bourke Street Mall Busking
Meet Melbourne's marvellous musicians and more in the iconic Bourke Street Mall busking program.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Melbourne Book Market
Melbourne Book Market is a curated collection of more than 5,000 new and pre-loved titles.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and magic performers.
Local Lunch Club
Join this Local Lunch Club and connect with your neighbours at this community gathering.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
The Sunday Market at Southgate
After decades positioned around the Arts Centre, the Sunday Market is now at Southgate.
Making Memoir of a Snail
Explore handmade sets, props and characters from Adam Elliot's claymation film Memoir of a Snail.
Makers Market at The District
This outdoor undercover monthly Sunday market at Docklands features craft, gifts, fashion and food.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Get ready to giggle at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!
This Is Your Fault
Andy Drewitt's exhibition explores toxic masculinity, gender equality and male mental health.
How Now Brown Rao
Critically acclaimed astronomer / comedian delivers a joyous and playfully introspective show.
Arts Centre Melbourne Tours
Explore Hamer Hall, the auditoriums, Theatre Building and Public Art Collection.
Something Good: Improv Comedy Show
Enjoy long form improv at its finest, with famous faces dropping by each week.
Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour
The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
Tour the Old Treasury Building Museum
Discover early Melbourne, through architecture, art and artefacts, in an iconic gold rush building.
Sports Precinct Walking Tour
Explore Melbourne's sports precinct on foot with a local guide, including a tour of the MCG.
Fitzroy Gardens Outdoor Adventure
A free fun outdoor seek and find adventure around the Fitzroy Gardens.
Pierre Novellie: Must We?
A masterful blend of intelligent observation and storytelling from a compelling voice.
Amy Annette, Emmanuel Sonubi and Paddy Young: New Order
Hot from the UK – the ones to watch this Festival.
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